The artwork titled “Still Life – Bottles, Jugs, Pitcher” was created by the artist William H. Johnson in 1938. This piece is associated with the Cubism and Expressionism art movements and belongs to the still life genre.
In the artwork, Johnson depicts a collection of everyday objects, including bottles, jugs, and a pitcher, arranged on a flat surface. The composition is notable for its vivid use of color and expressive brushwork. The objects are rendered with simplified, geometric forms characteristic of Cubism, while the bold, contrasting colors reflect the influence of Expressionism. The focus on the interplay of shapes and colors creates a dynamic and engaging visual experience. The background and the surface on which the objects rest are painted in a contrasting palette that highlights the central arrangement, lending an abstract quality to the still life.
